ACI Home Performance Conference 2007

ThPM 05 - Sound Principles & Solutions for Quiet Homes

Thursday, April 26, 2007 · 1:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Noise control and good acoustics are increasingly important, though often overlooked, aspects of home comfort. Examine what it takes to achieve acoustical comfort in new and existing residential construction. Understand the fundamentals of sound and dig into noise control strategies and practical applications for single and multifamily homes.

By attending this session, participants will

1. Understand basic residential noise control strategies

2. Develop the ability to apply noise control strategies effectively

3. Discover how to avoid many common pitfalls associated with acoustical comfort

Keyword(s): building materials, comfort, design, insulation, mechanical systems, principles, residential, systems approach
Type: Half-Day
CEU: American Institute of Architects (AIA) American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI) Building Performance Institute, Inc. (BPI) National Association of Certified Home Inspectors (NACHI) National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI)

Course Presenter(s):

JR Babineau

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